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The tragedy of the Englishman Stephens, a barber, who tried to cross the Niagara Falls... (colour litho)
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The tragedy of the Englishman Stephens, a barber, who tried to cross the Niagara Falls... (colour litho)
2808916 The tragedy of the Englishman Stephens, a barber, who tried to cross the Niagara Falls... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The tragedy of the Englishman Stephens, a barber, who tried to cross the Niagara Falls, locked in a barrel of his own invention. At the time of the big jump, the barrel fell apart, and the daredevil Stephens was swallowed by the waters. Illustration for Courier Sunday, 25 July-1 August 1920.); © Look and Learn
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The Tragedy of the Englishman Stephens - A Barber's Ill-Fated Attempt to Cross Niagara Falls
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. In this color lithograph, we are transported back in time to witness a tragic event that unfolded at the majestic Niagara Falls. The image depicts the ill-fated endeavor of Charles Stephens, an adventurous barber from England, who sought to conquer these mighty waterfalls. Locked inside a barrel of his own invention, Stephens embarked on his daring journey across the treacherous waters. However, fate had other plans. As he made his leap into history, tragedy struck when his barrel disintegrated under the immense force of the falls. Helplessly swallowed by its powerful currents, Stephens met a watery grave before the eyes of horrified onlookers. The scene is filled with tension and sorrow as a crowd gathers along both sides of the border between Canada and America. Journalists capture every moment while spectators watch in disbelief and shock at this spectacle turned tragedy. This poignant illustration serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for thrill and adventure amidst nature's unforgiving forces. It also pays tribute to those brave souls who risked their lives in search of fame or fortune throughout history. Beltrame Achille masterfully captures not only the danger and drama but also highlights how one man's audacious act can captivate an entire nation on either side of this natural wonder - uniting them momentarily through shared grief over such loss.
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